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Chorizo and Red Pepper Quesadillas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chorizo and Red Pepper Quesadillas Recipe

Chorizo and Red Pepper Quesadillas has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.

The food contains 34g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 19 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo and Red Pepper Quesadillas has been given a composite ranking of 46, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs32%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1000 IU20%
Vitamin C21 mg35%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium350 mg35%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium270 mg7.7%
Sodium860 mg35.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34 g11.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19 g38%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat23 g35.4%
Saturated Fat11 g55%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 430 Calories from Fat 210

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23 g 35.4%

Saturated Fat 11 g 55%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 50 mg 16.7%

Sodium 860 mg 35.8%

Total Carbohydrates 34 g 11.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 19 g 38%

Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 35% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/chorizo-and-red-pepper-quesadillas Embed Table:

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